Use of the pharyngeal flap in the treatment of congenital velopharyngeal incompetence.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Refinements made in latissimus dorsi breast reconstruction have improved the aesthetic appearance of the breast without changing the donor-site location. The optimal location for donor-site placement, from a patient's perspective, is still unknown. The purpose of this study was to assess women's preference f...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Bailey S,Saint-Cyr M,Zhang K,Mojallal A,Wong C,Ouyang D,Maia M,Zhang S,Rohrich RJ

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Arterial and venous anatomy and their relation to the anterolateral thigh flap were examined in 10 specimens of six fresh cadavers in which radiopaque materials were injected into both the arterial and venous systems. Territories and positions of individual perforating arteries were measured, and the venous drainage p...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kawai K,Imanishi N,Nakajima H,Aiso S,Kakibuchi M,Hosokawa K

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Since 2005, seven facial composite tissue allotransplantations have been performed in five different centers in three countries. Four teams have reported their outcomes in separate publications. The authors sought to review the first four global experiences and compare several factors. This review facilitate...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hui-Chou HG,Nam AJ,Rodriguez ED

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cultured epidermal skin has become an adjunctive therapy for treatment of major burn injuries, but its effectiveness is greatly limited due to destruction by microbial contamination. To evaluate candidate drugs for use with cultured skin, a combined cytotoxicity-antimicrobial assay system was developed for determinati...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Boyce ST,Holder IA

更新日期：1993-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A laboratory approach to measuring neurologic impairment has been developed that is applicable to systemic disease as well as localized nerve injury. This approach compares individual parameters of the experimental rat hind footprint (walking track) with weight- and sex-matched control track parameters; classic mathem...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Dellon ES,Dellon AL

更新日期：1991-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstruction of the eyelids can range from simple repair to the integration of multiple complex procedures. Knowledge of eyelid anatomy, adequate preoperative planning, and meticulous surgical technique will optimize the anatomical and functional result. The purpose of this article is to review the relevant anatomy ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Codner MA,McCord CD,Mejia JD,Lalonde D

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diabetes impairs the ability of tissue to respond adequately to ischemia. The underlying mechanisms contributing to this impaired response remain unknown. Because increases in apoptosis have been linked to a spectrum of diabetic complications, the authors examined whether programmed cell death is involved in...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Jazayeri L,Callaghan MJ,Grogan RH,Hamou CD,Thanik V,Ingraham CR,Capell BC,Pelo CR,Gurtner GC

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Apoptosis, or programmed cell death, is a phenomenon that is integral to development and cellular homeostasis. In the last decade, many of the essential molecules and pathways that control this phenomenon have been elucidated. Because apoptosis is involved in almost all physiologic and pathologic processes, the unders...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Gastman BR,Futrell JW,Manders EK

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anaphylaxis and anaphylactic-like reactions in the perioperative period are a significant concern for anesthesiologists and surgeons. With an incidence as high as one in 3500 and a mortality rate of 3 to 6 percent, proper management of these reactions is essential. The available surgical literature provides ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Giladi AM,Kasten SJ

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Predicting outcomes based on a variety of fixation techniques remains problematic in the treatment of mandible fractures. There is inherent difficulty in comparing the hundreds of published articles on the subject because of the large number of variables, including injury patterns, assessment techniques, tre...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rudderman RH,Mullen RL,Phillips JH

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Unplanned surgical readmissions represent a benchmark outcome and pose a considerable cost burden for health care systems. The authors evaluated risk factors associated with readmission following pediatric plastic surgery using a prospective, validated, national database. METHODS:Patients younger than 18 ye...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tahiri Y,Fischer JP,Wink JD,Paine KM,Paliga JT,Bartlett SP,Taylor JA

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite the prevalent use of hyaluronic acid-based filling materials for facial soft-tissue augmentation and favorable reports of durability in the infraorbital region, no quantitative data exist on the long-term durability of these products following injection. This study represents the first attempt to use...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Donath AS,Glasgold RA,Meier J,Glasgold MJ

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Radiation therapy is a cornerstone of oncologic treatment. Skin tolerance is often the limiting factor in radiotherapy. To study these issues and create modalities for intervention, the authors developed a novel murine model of cutaneous radiation injury. METHODS:The dorsal skin was isolated using a low-pre...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Thanik VD,Chang CC,Zoumalan RA,Lerman OZ,Allen RJ Jr,Nguyen PD,Warren SM,Coleman SR,Hazen A

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Allopurinol has been reported to improve cell survival in a variety of conditions, including the ischemia-reperfusion injury occurring in skin flaps. It has been suggested that the beneficial effect of allopurinol on rat skin flaps is through blockage of xanthine oxidase-generated oxygen-derived free radicals. We have...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Picard-Ami LA Jr,MacKay A,Kerrigan CL

更新日期：1992-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present paper investigates the elongation of skin that can be achieved by Z-plasties. The following observations have been made: 1. Traditional Z-plasties always result in a stereometric transfer of skin with two kinds of elongation, the stereometric and the planimetric. 2. The stereometric elongation accomplished...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Roggendorf E

更新日期：1982-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Necrotizing abdominal wall infections, enteric fistulae, or exposed prosthetic material after ventral hernia repair often results in a loss of abdominal wall integrity. Further surgical reconstruction with prosthetic material is usually contraindicated in the contaminated wound because of the high infection rate neces...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Disa JJ,Goldberg NH,Carlton JM,Robertson BC,Slezak S

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In recent years, labiaplasty has jumped in popularity, despite opposition to the procedure. In 2007, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists declared the recommendation of cosmetic vaginal procedures to be "untenable," although in 2016 they allowed consideration of labiaplasty in adolescents ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Sorice SC,Li AY,Canales FL,Furnas HJ

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The anomaly of facial cleft no. 1 has been encountered recently. It is a rare finding and, accordingly, is being reported with the hope that more craniofacial clefts will be seen in the future and direct the attention of the medical community to the problems. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Suwantemee C

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Craniofacial dysostosis syndromes produce multisutural synostoses combined with severe midfacial retrusion. This may cause serious functional problems, including airway obstruction, exposure of the eyes, visual pathway dysfunction, and raised intracranial pressure. Early midface advancement may be necessary ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Witherow H,Dunaway D,Evans R,Nischal KK,Shipster C,Pereira V,Hearst D,White M,Jones BM,Hayward R

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The presence of epicanthal folds and the absence of supratarsal folds are unique features in the eyelids of Asians. The resulting appearance leads many to seek cosmetic improvement in the medial canthal area. Although many techniques have been described for the elimination of epicanthal folds, scarring and d...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Oh YW,Seul CH,Yoo WM

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A free skin graft about 12 cm in diameter transplanted after excision of a Bowen's carcinoma on the back totally survived for a long period on seroma and was confirmed to have revascularization from the host skin margin. Repeated evacuations of the fluid and subsequent pressure dressings failed to cause adherence of t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Koyama H,Isshiki N,Noda R,Nishimura R

更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The role of the plastic surgeon in the diagnosis and management of congenital anomalies is often a complicated one that involves the integration of input from numerous specialists into the evaluation process. Diastematomyelia is a serious neurosurgical problem that often presents with cutaneous findings in a neurologi...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Weinzweig J,Holman PD,Rekate HL

更新日期：1995-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bionic limbs require sensitive, durable, and physiologically relevant bidirectional control interfaces. Modern central nervous system interfacing is high risk, low fidelity, and failure prone. Peripheral nervous system interfaces will mitigate this risk and increase fidelity by greatly simplifying signal int...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Egeland BM,Urbanchek MG,Peramo A,Richardson-Burns SM,Martin DC,Kipke DR,Kuzon WM Jr,Cederna PS

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Brachioplasty has increased 4059 percent from 2000 to 2008 in the United States, with 14,059 upper arm lift procedures performed in 2008. Numerous variations in the evolution of brachioplasty have been described to improve on complications and outcomes. Liposuction-assisted posterior brachioplasty is the nex...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Nguyen AT,Rohrich RJ

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Microsurgical anastomosis of the dorsal artery of the penis either with or without anastomosis of the cavernosal artery is the preferred technique for penile replantation. However, postoperative penile skin necrosis is commonly reported with this technique. This study aimed to characterize the anatomy of the...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lohasammakul S,Turbpaiboon C,Ratanalekha R,Ungprasert P,Yodrabum N

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A simplified approach to subperiosteal midface rejuvenation is presented. The technique was developed through experience with 60 subperiosteal face lifts over an 8-year period. Because it does not involve a lower eyelid incision, there is no risk of ectropion, yet the midfacial structures and orbicularis oculi muscle ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hobar PC,Flood J

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty-three children with Down's syndrome, aged between 3.7 and 17.5 years, underwent partial glossectomy for improvement of cosmetic appearance. Improved speech was also expected. Preoperative and postoperative audiotaped samples of spoken words and connected speech on a standardized articulation test were rated by ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Margar-Bacal F,Witzel MA,Munro IR

更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Soft-tissue complications after using the lateral approach for internal fixation of calcaneal fractures are relatively frequent, even in skilled hands. The global management of these wounds has never been standardized. METHODS:The authors present a series of 24 patients with wound edge necrosis of lateral a...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cavadas PC,Landin L

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An animal model was developed to determine the ability of capacitively coupled electrical fields to enhance onlay bone graft survival in the craniofacial skeleton. Fifteen male New Zealand white rabbits were divided into control and stimulated groups. Blocks of iliac bone were transplanted as onlay grafts to the mandi...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Stalnecker MC,Whitaker LA,Brighton CT

更新日期：1988-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A simple method for measuring circumduction of the thumb, by using a ratio of the range of motion to the length of the first metacarpal, is described. This method can be of value in assessing many aspects of thumb function, especially the improvement in function after opponensplasty. The improved ability to position t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Browne EZ Jr,Teague MA,Gruenwald C

更新日期：1979-08-01 00:00:00